All Industry news articles – Page 5
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Industry newsSafe use of AI is subject of EMA reflection paper
The EMA has published a draft paper on how artificial intelligence can support the development and use of human and veterinary medicines.
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Industry newsPatient groups get pharma funding; often petition NICE
An investigation by The Observer reveals how patient groups receiving funding from pharma often petition NICE for NHS approvals.
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Industry newsOff-label prescription of diabetes drug causes shortage
A spike in weight-related prescription of diabetes drug Ozempic has contributed to a national shortage, affecting those who need it.
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Industry newsFDA's Emerging Technology Programme
The FDA’s Emerging Technology Programme intends to assist industry in gaining regulatory approval for innovative technology drug applications.
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Industry newsFDA approves its first nonprescription birth control pill
FDA approves first over-the-counter (OTC) contraceptive pill for use in the US − it is expected to become the most effective OTC birth control.
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Industry newsGood safety profile of COVID-19 vaccines declared by ICMRA
COVID-19 vaccines show a very good safety profile in all age groups, including people with underlying medical conditions and pregnancy.
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Industry newsDementia patients retain ability to learn using devices: study
Dementia sufferers given iPad-like devices retain the ability to learn new things, and collaborate: Linköping University study.
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Industry newsFDA approves radical design of pacemaker with no leads
A novel design of pacemaker – called Aveir DR – for use on two chambers of the heart without the need for wires, has been approved by the FDA.
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Industry newsMHRA Corporate Plan supports access for patients to innovation
The MHRA’s Corporate Plan for 2023-26 seeks to set out how it will enable access to innovative medical products while ensuring patient safety.
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Industry newsWellcome grants £5.7 million to combat MRSA
The Wellcome Trust’s Discovery Award has granted £5.7 million to a University of Sheffield team for research into antibiotic resistance.
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Industry newsWearables can spot Parkinson’s up to seven years earlier
A smartwatch has been shown to be able to identify Parkinson’s disease up to seven years before symptoms appeared shows Cardiff University study.
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Industry newsAI brings control of gene expression to CRISPR tech
CRISPR, the precision gene-editing technology, has been combined with artificial intelligence to control gene expression.
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Industry newsAustralia moves to permit therapeutic use of psychedelics
The Therapeutic Goods Administration − Australia’s regulator − approves MDMA and psilocybin for treatment of PTSD and depression.
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Industry newsAI-generated drug first to reach Phase II trials
Insilico Biotech’s INS018_055 – a drug generated by AI – is a treatment for a rare lung disease and the first AI drug to enter a Phase II trial.
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Industry newsStakeholder feedback sought on EMA draft clinical guidelines
The EMA has published draft guidance − ICH E6 (R3) − on good clinical practice for clinical trials, which is open for public consultation.
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Industry newsTwo paediatric type 2 diabetes oral drugs receive FDA approval
FDA approves Jardiance and Synjardy as treatments to improve the control of blood sugar in children aged 10 years and older, with type 2 diabetes.
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Industry newsFDA issues guidance for clinical trials of psychedelic drugs
The FDA has released guidance to researchers on how to test psychedelic drugs; seeks the public’s input as to other potential uses.
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Industry newsNHS to receive £21 million fund for AI diagnostics
NHS Trusts will be able to apply to a dedicated AI diagnostics fund which totals £21 million, the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care announced.
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Industry newsDisposable vapes: FDA cracks down on illegal sales
The FDA operates a ‘red list’ mechanism which means that products listed there can be banned without physical examination.
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Industry newsUK and Ireland VetMed product label guidance
Ireland’s HPRA and the UK’s VMD have produced interim guidance clarifying the joint labels for veterinary medicines authorised in the two countries.